Jan 30, 2014 | Banking and Finance
Like for any person, a startup's health can flounder. While there isn't a specialized "venture doctor" to call, there are several steps a small business owner and entrepreneur could take in order to get the company back on track.Oftentimes, the...
Jan 23, 2014 | Running Your Business
A great small business listens. Whether the customer is voicing an opinion in the store, online or via another platform – the company and its staff members are there to hear what is going on.And, one of the best ways to listen is with social media. These sites...
Jan 21, 2014 | Banking and Finance
In many cases, the hardest part about starting a business is the beginning. There are a number of potential problems, from finding employees and reaching customers to raising enough money to pay for it all. However, there are plenty of solutions for a budding...
Jan 17, 2014 | Running Your Business
Driven, motivated, dedicated, hard-working – these are all qualities every manager wants to see out of his or her employees, but compiling a team based around these traits doesn't just happen by sticking a bunch of people in a room together. In fact,...
Jan 15, 2014 | Running Your Business
Every company has its fair share of competitors, from the little guy next door to massive corporations. The hallmark of a quality small business is how it handles these obstacles, and that starts with research and proper planning.Competition can often dictate the...